Department of Physical Therapy
Spivey Named Melzer Professor

Dr. Steve Spivey has been selected for the first Barbara Melzer Endowed Professorship! The Professorship was created through the generous donation of Dr. Kathy Safford to recognize the commitment to excellence that Dr. Barbara Melzer established for students and faculty while at Texas State. It is awarded for 3 years and will support the recipient to focus on activities that contribute to the department Mission. Dr. Spivey's proposal is to research and establish the best approaches to foster the mental health practices of those students enrolled in the DPT program. Spivey stated that "Mama" Melzer made all of her students a priority and would do anything to support and protect them. He would like to continue her legacy to identify what we can do to support mental health and wellness and support the "family" culture in the program. As Spivey stated, "I am overwhelmed and honored to be named the Melzer Professor for the next 3 years. Dr. Melzer was an irreplaceable mentor to me. I wouldn't be the man I am today without her support and encouragement. I am thrilled for the chance to continue her legacy of supporting and mentoring the students of Texas State University." Congratulations to Dr. Steve Spivey!
In Honor of Dr. Barbara Melzer, PT, PhD, DPT, FAPTA
In honor of our beloved Dr. Barbara Melzer, the College of Health Professions and the Department of Physical Therapy has established a scholarship to honor Dr. Melzer’s contributions to the College, Department of Physical Therapy, and Texas State. This scholarship will provide funds to third year DPT students to support clinical education experiences. Donations can be made in memory of Dr. Barbara Melzer.
Please make checks payable to the Development Foundation and mailed to:
Texas State University Development Foundation
Attn: Donor Services, JCK-480
601 University Drive
San Marcos, TX 78666
To find out other ways to make a donation, go to this website http://www.ua.txstate.edu/
The faculty of the Department of Physical Therapy would like to thank the many companies who support our program by their donation of time, money, equipment, and support
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3M EMPI, Inc
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Lakeway Aquatic Therapy & Center (Austin, TX) |
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Action Bandage, LLC
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Lympha Press USA, LTD Osborn Medical Corporation |
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Advanced Orthopedic Designs
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Regent Medical |
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Blue Sky Orthotics & Prosthetics
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Ritchie Limb & Brace |
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BSN Medical
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Sage Allard USA, Inc |
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Carolon Heel Lift Center (Kyle, TX)
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St. David's North Medical |
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Carrington Hollister Wound Care
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Save and Simple |
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Central Texas Medical Center
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Seton Hays Medical |
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CHARM: Center for Healing & Regenerative Medicine
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Seton Main Hospital |
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Christus Santa Rosa
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Skill-Care Corporation |
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ConvaTec Medical Solutions
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Smith & Nephew Chattanooga Group |
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DARCO Medical Technologies, Inc
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Texas Neuro Rehab |
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Department of Surgery Hydrofera, LLC
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Texas PT Specialists |
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Derma Sciences Orthotic & Prosthetic Exciton Technologies, Inc
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Travis Medical |
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Dewey Whisenant, MD Technologies, Inc
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University Federal Credit Union |
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GaitRite, Inc
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University Medical Center at Davol, Inc |
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Healthpoint
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Wake Pharma US |
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KCI-Acelity
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Wellness Center |
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KCI
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Wellsence, USA |
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La Brisas Apartments, Round Rock
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Z - Medica |
DPT Curriculum
The Texas State University DPT Curriculum meets state educational requirements for professional licensure in all states. These state jurisdictions require graduation from a CAPTE accredited physical therapist education program.
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ACAPT
Texas State University is a member of the American Council of Academic Physical Therapy (ACAPT) which supports academic institutions to strive for excellence in physical therapist education. We encourage faculty, clinical educators, academic administrators and students interested in pursuing teaching to check out www.acapt.org.
DPT Accreditation
The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; telephone:
(703) 706-3245; email: accreditation@apta.org; website: capteonline.org.
Filing a complaint with CAPTE: If you have a question about the department’s accreditation status or wish to express a concern about accreditation, you are encouraged to contact CAPTE. If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call (512) 716-2652
Complaints - all complaints should be submitted in writing (see UPPS 07.10.06) to either the Program Director or Dean. Response and resolution will be directed to the appropriate office.
(02-05-2021)